Overview

The Manager of Indirect Tax Audit will be responsible for incoming, transactional tax audits (currently more than 50 in process). They will document audit deficiencies with verbal and written audit reports as well as recommend changes needed to avoid recurring issues to upper management. When needed changes are approved by management, the Manager will create an implementation process plan. They will be responsible for reconciling 40M audit reserve. 

The Director of Non-Income tax will supervise their work on very complex audits, however the Manager conducts moderate risk audits and projects with minimal supervision. They also manage, mentor and supervise the work of an Associate within the department.

 Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage indirect tax Audits. This includes audit planning and preparation for 50 current open audits going back to 2013. Primary contact with state auditors. Work with auditor to define scope of audits and manage their expectations based on the large number of open audits.
• Provide monthly audit reports to management including audit status and estimated results. In addition, document audit deficiencies with verbal and written audit reports as well as recommend changes needed to avoid recurring issues to upper management.
• While working with audit data, identify current inefficiencies in the process and implement new processes and tools, including robotics and enhanced data analytics.
• Work with and train sales tax staff on how to pull audit data requests.
• Oversee the business license application and renewal process which currently has approximately 5000 annual filings. Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in related field directly related to sales and use tax and other indirect taxes with a focus on compliance, audit support and the related accounting functions.
• Audit Manager with 7 years or more in the indirect (non-income) Tax field. 
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of Audit exposure/assistance with a broad understanding of sales tax compliance, regulations and research. 
• An IPT CMI in Sales and Use Tax is a plus
• Experience in using Oracle, SAP, Vertex O series and Returns Module, Avalara Tax Research software and Tax Calculation engine
• Self-motivated, proactive process improvement
• Ability to effectively conduct needed Tax research
• Tax law interpretation skills
• Ability to manage, mentor and train others
• Must be able to fully communicate with auditors and Management effectively
• Adaptable
• Calm in times of crisis
• Organized

About The ODP Corporation: The ODP Corporation (NASDAQ:ODP) is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, a B2B digital procurement solution, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Through its operating companies Office Depot, LLC; ODP Business Solutions, LLC; Veyer, LLC; and Varis, LLC, The ODP Corporation empowers every business, professional, and consumer to achieve more every day.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Other duties may be assigned.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule: The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.

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